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WOW FACTOR: Nikola Kusturica is WORTH the HYPE! UCLA's CEILING is FINAL FOUR? Mick Cronin's HUGE WIN
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- Jul 10, 2026
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Summary
UCLA Bruins shake up college basketball by securing Serbian sensation Nikola Kusturica, igniting fresh expectations for Mick Cronin's squad. Could this international recruiting coup transform UCLA into a national contender—and possibly one of the Big Ten's most dangerous teams? Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer & Andy Patton break down how Kusturica's two-way versatility and star potential instantly elevate the Bruins' lineup, while exploring whether his two-year commitment can truly be secured amidst a changing NCAA landscape. Key discussions include the impact on high school and transfer portal recruiting, Pac-12 departures, and how this move affects Trent Perry, Eric Dailey Jr., and Xavier Booker. Plus, hear expert insights on potential early-season matchups against Arizona and Texas, Big Ten title chances, and why cohesion and depth may finally push Mick Cronin’s squad back into the national spotlight. Will UCLA capitalize on this momentum and deliver a deep March Madness run? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOUCLA?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege FOLLOW THE SHOW: lockedonucla.supercast.com Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premi…